Collecting diecast model cars can become addictive. So if you’re spending large sums of money on diecast model cars, it’s important to protect your investment. You could leave the cars in their boxes hidden in your attic, this would protect them, but as some of these models are feats of engineering in miniature, they deserve to be displayed and admired by all.

Display of their diecast model cars

If you are just starting out in the world of model car collecting, then a quick way to display your model is to purchase a ready-made 1:18 scale display case. These consist of a wooden or plastic base and a transparent plexiglass top that forms the lid. You must unscrew your car from its original packaging and place it on the plinth of the showcase. There are no screw holes in the plinth so the display case must sit on a flat surface and you can use a small amount of double sided tape under the tire to prevent the model from rolling if it hits the display case. All you have to do now is simply place the lid on the base. Your model is now protected against bumps and dust.

As your model car collection grows, a cabinet can become a good idea to store your investment. Some of the model makers like AutoArt produce a variety of wall mounted units with sliding doors. Some of these cabinets have mirrored shelves and backs to give a different view of your model without having to touch the car.

If you need even more space for your model car collection, you may be looking for a custom unit. Remember that large cabinets with multiple shelves may need lights to make your models shine. LED lights are always a good option, as they don’t have the heat of a tungsten bulb, so you won’t risk melting your car collection.

It is important to place your cabinet out of direct sunlight as it can cause the paint on your model to fade.

Cleaning your diecast model cars

Keeping your diecast model in a display case will prevent the worst of the dust, but you will need to clean your models from time to time. Avoid washing your models to clean them as they are difficult to dry properly. Instead, the best way to clean them is to use a can of compressed air and a paint brush. The seats can be cleaned with a damp cloth. If the paint looks a bit flat, using an auto detailing wax on a soft microfiber cloth will add a little extra shine. Be careful not to rub the model too hard, especially around the stickers and badges.

Hopefully by following these simple steps you will keep your diecast model cars in excellent condition and still be able to enjoy your collection.

See more information on our website about caring for your Diecast model car collection.

Anyone looking for brilliant business ideas needs to study the life of a man named Henry Ford, the founder of the Ford Motor Corporation.

In case you don’t know who this man is, Henry Ford was the inventor of the Ford Model T, the world’s first mass-produced automobile. Man literally invented the assembly line that is used in industries around the world today. The invention of the assembly line was important because it allowed Ford to increase production and produce many more cars than before.

But what I want to focus this post on is another business he was involved in that very few people were interested in. This business genius took the wood scraps left over from his Model T production and turned them into charcoal briquettes (used for cooking and heating).

This “secondary company” (built from by-products) became so profitable that it built a separate charcoal plant and founded the Ford Charcoal Company, later renamed Kingsford.

There are obvious by-products or waste that are generated by many businesses. For example, there is sawdust generated by sawmills. This can be put to a lot of profitable use. For example, you can make particle board and even logs for fireplaces.

It is said that every art of creation has a by-product, which means that any business you are doing or want to do is sure to generate “waste”, which is actually a by-product that you can turn into huge profits.

Some of the brilliant business start-up ideas in my book involve making big profits from by-products and they don’t have to be your own by-products. I hope that makes you think in the right direction.

But let me tell you another true story from right here in Kenya about a company that made huge profits from the waste it generated.

Everyone knows about the Nation’s newspapers. The company publishes the newspaper with the largest circulation in the region. A few years ago they had a serious problem. The price of oil, as always, was rising and the cost of distributing its newspapers was rising alarmingly. The waste they generated was the extra space in the huge pick-up trucks left over when newspapers were packed for delivery to various towns and destinations. There was even more “waste” when the van returned from delivering the papers virtually empty. What a waste.

And so they figured out a way to turn the “waste” or by-product into huge sums of money. They launched a courier service to deliver letters and packages across the country. They called the company Messengers Nation. They immediately had a big advantage because newspapers are delivered daily and they tend to have a very tight delivery schedule because newspapers are perishable items that need to be delivered on time. Today’s newspaper cannot be sold tomorrow. It has to be sold today and preferably early in the day. And so, Nation’s courier service could promise its customers that the package will arrive at its destination without fail the next morning.

This new overnight courier service created from a “waste product” has generated huge profits for the Nation media group and also makes newspaper delivery very efficient.

Take a closer look around you.

What is being wasted?

Can you turn it into profit?

My wife and I have been “homebuyers” for at least 7 years at our current residence. Note that I said “buyers” of homes and not “owners”. There is a common misconception that when you get a mortgage, you immediately “own” the home.

Assuming you have a 30-year mortgage, the reality is that you are simply in the process of buying the house over a 30-year period. The bank is the true owner of the property. If you don’t believe me, try missing a few mortgage payments and see what happens.

3 months ago, we paid off our 30-year mortgage (in 7 years or 23 years earlier). Now we are true “owners” of the house. In this article, I will show you step by step how we were able to achieve this. Using our existing income, and without incurring any additional debt.

Equity

Let’s talk about “fairness”. Equity, or appreciation, is the difference between the value of your home and what you owe the bank. So if you owe $100,000 and your home is worth $300,000, then you have $200,000 of equity in your home.

We had approximately $250,000 of equity in our home. We owed the bank $115,000 and our house was worth $367,000.

This $250,000 is sitting idle. I mean, it looks good, but it wasn’t doing anything for us.

Home Equity Line of Credit (HELOC)

So the first thing we did was ‘take advantage’ of this equity. We went to the bank and took out a $50,000 home equity line of credit.

What is a home equity line of credit? Also called a HELOC, a home equity line of credit is a liquid line that you can withdraw funds from at any time for any purpose. It’s like a giant credit card.

Although the HELOC was capped at $50,000, the amount we owed was $0 at the time we picked it up. This is because, just like with a credit card, you don’t owe anything until you actually use it.

Use HELOC to pay mortgage

Immediately after obtaining the HELOC, we withdraw $20,000 and apply it to our Mortgage (additional principal payment).

So at this point, we have $20,000 owed on the HELOC, but our mortgage has been paid off $20,000 ($115,000 to $95,000).

Use HELOC as a “new” checking account

Before I continue, let me mention that after we used the $20,000 to pay off our mortgage, we still had the same $115,000 in debt ($20,000 HELOC and $95,000 mortgage).

So, to settle the HELOC, we simply use it as our new checking account. When we got paid, we took 100% of our paychecks and applied it to the HELOC.

Now you may be wondering, “with all our money going to HELOC, how do we pay our bills?” Remember that the HELOC is a “liquid” line. So at the end of each month we made 1 HELOC withdrawal to pay our bills (including our mortgage).

100% of Cash Flow

For us, our monthly paychecks totaled approximately $6,000. Our bills, including our mortgage and all of our living expenses (gas, groceries, etc.) totaled approximately $3,500. So by applying 100% of our monthly checks to the HELOC and then using the HELOC to pay our bills, we were able to use 100% of our monthly cash flow to pay the $20,000 HELOC.

So, with an estimated cash flow of $2,500 ($6,000 minus $3,500), the $20,000 was paid off in 8 months.

repeat the process

We repeated this process until the remaining $95,000 was paid (approximately 2 years).

What do you need?

1. Cash Flow – You must have positive cash flow in your household budget

2. Credit Score – A decent credit score (650 or higher)

3. Equity: positive equity in your home.

what you should know

VERY IMPORTANT: The HELOC must be used to pay your mortgage. It should not be used to finance a vacation, buy a car or a boat.

ALSO IMPORTANT: The HELOC is not a Home Equity Loan (HEL). A home equity loan is a second mortgage and is treated the same way.

Thatcham car alarms are approved by UK car insurance companies and by installing a Thatcham approved security system you will enjoy cheaper car insurance and a high level of car security.

Thatcham car alarms for vehicles without a category 2 immobilizer must be fitted with a full cat1 alarm with integrated 2 or 3 circuit immobilizer all combined in one unit. These Thatcham car alarms tend to be fitted to older cars or unofficial imports where they are not designed to UK specifications in terms of Thatcham security systems. Thatcham car alarm systems for cars with cat2 already fitted are cheaper and quicker to install because they use your existing immobilizer, making them less complicated to manufacture and install. Cat 2:1 Thatcham car alarms are suitable for newer UK spec cars as most of them are factory fitted with a class 2 immobilizer

The Thatcham Organization is an independent body set up by the insurance industry to improve the safety of cars, vans, HGVs, motorcycles, plants and other vehicles. Thatcham does not manufacture car alarms but does set design standards that car alarm manufacturers must meet and each alarm is given an assessment code if it passes and is included in Thatcham’s list of car alarms. Some of the best known Thatcham car alarm manufacturers are; Avital, Clifford, Cobra, Gemini, GT, Toad and Viper. Specifications vary from each manufacturer and model range, but they all have the following basics; door, bonnet and trunk protection, ultrasonic or microwave interior protection, 2 or 3 circuit immobilizer, self-powered siren, central locking with remote control, 2 high security controls and battery backup siren.

The installation must be done by an authorized installer who will provide a certificate from Thatcham after the installation is complete. Thatcham car alarms vary in time and complexity to install and you will need to allow extra time for the installer to install the additional optional sensors.

How connected is your individual world? Think of all the devices you own, how many of them have an Internet connection, either directly or via Wi-Fi? Most of you will think of your laptop, cell phone, tablet, and desktop computer and you’ll be right, all of these have internet connection. The “cloud” is what connects all of these together. In cloud storage, you sign up with a service that provides storage for all your files. So no matter what device you use, you have access to them.

Now let’s think about other things that might have access to the Internet, like your car, garage door, front door, thermostat, and other appliances. Some of these may already have Internet access, others will surely in the next few years.

So now the big question; Is your Connected World secure now and for years to come? Here are some security items to keep in mind:

• Every online account you have should have a strong and unique password, use at least 14 characters.
• If you use online storage, make sure it’s secure and encrypted.
• Consider a password manager to manage all your passwords; They even work with tablets and mobile phones.
• If you use Wi-Fi, make sure your router has a unique password and uses modern security settings.
• When buying new appliances, vehicles, etc. if they have Internet connections, protect them from the start using strong passwords and device security settings.
• You should consider using “two-factor” authentication for banking and investments. Two-factor authentication is where you enter your unique and secure password, then the institution will send you a unique code to log in. This will be sent via text message or email. It will be valid only for a short period of time.

The above is not all inclusive. Its goal is to make you think about the security and importance of your passwords. If you use a password manager, and you must, make sure your master password is unique, containing uppercase and lowercase letters, numbers, and symbols. And above all, remember that if you don’t have a password, you won’t be able to recover it.

The easier things try to become for us, the more complicated things become. This is something we cannot stop. So build a good, solid security foundation and the rest will add to your already good security practices.

You should also change your passwords on some kind of schedule; you probably don’t have to change all your passwords, just the ones that would cost you the most loss.

This article will help you choose the best garbage collection company. The purpose of the article is to inform you about shoddy carriers. In this way, you can hire a professional provider and get your work done in a timely manner. Here are 6 tips to help you hire the right service provider.

Customer service

Many people rely on their instincts to get an idea of ​​the quality of the service provider’s customer service. In addition to trusting your own feelings, we suggest you consider the following tips.

• What kind of media do you offer?
• Do you update your website regularly?
• Can you offer a flexible work schedule?

These points can help you know if a company cares about its customers.

Equipment

Trucks are the most important piece of equipment used by a junk removal company. So what you need to do is find out the number and size of trucks they have in their mighty fleet. Actually, the purpose of this research is to find out if the company is a suitable fit for your job.

Prices

As they say, you get what you pay for. Although you should try to avoid being overcharged, know that price tags are set at that level for a reason. All you need to do is compare the prices of different providers and then choose.

You can call each vendor for a quote based on the cubic yards of trash you want removed.

insurance protection

It goes without saying that the company must be insured. In other words, hiring a provider that is not insured is a big mistake. In this way, you can claim compensation in case something goes wrong during the work.

recycling policy

Contrary to what most people believe, your trash will not disappear into thin air after it has been removed from your property. Make sure you know the recycling practice of the garbage collection service you want to hire. In fact, some suppliers are in contact with many recycling facilities, scrappers and donation centers. Ideally, you want your trash to be recycled so it can be used once again. We should all work together to save your environment from litter.

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Find out if the provider has a good track record. There is an easy way to find that information. All you need to do is check out case studies, blog posts, reviews, and before and after images. This will give you a deeper insight into the processes they use for the types of projects you want them to work on.

Other than this, you can check out the testimonials on their websites. If you cannot find any of these details, you should consider another service provider.

Food to go

So, here are some important tips that can help you hire the right service provider. Be sure to consider your budget as well. After all, you don’t want to spend all your money on your junk removal service.

With a little thought and planning, kayaking with kids is a great way to foster a love of nature and help them develop hand-eye coordination. With kids, it’s usually a good idea to choose a kid-friendly destination without a lot of boat traffic or strong currents. You may want to start at small nearby lakes until they get a little more experienced. Here are some tips to help you plan a kayak trip with your kids, including tips on where to go, what to bring, and when your kids are ready to paddle on their own.

What Brig

The first thing to bring of course is your kayak! Most families can enjoy a day on the water with an inflatable kayak, which is easy to store in the trunk of the car and inflate when you hit the water. You will also need a lollipop for everyone who will be actively participating. Look for children’s popsicles, which are usually around 200cm long with a narrow shaft that’s easier for little hands to hold. PFDs (personal flotation devices) are also required, so select models that are approved by the United States Coast Guard. You can find child-sized PFDs, as well as those for kids 30-50 pounds and youth 50-90 pounds. A word of advice here: If you’re planning on bringing a baby, get them used to the PFD before your trip because they may refuse to wear it when you’re ready to hit the water.

Along with these basics, be sure to pack plenty of snacks and food, a change of clothes, and a first aid kit. Young children will also likely appreciate their own camera to take pictures, binoculars to spot animals, a journal, books, or even a fishing pole of their own if you plan on kayak fishing.

Choose the best place

When you’re enjoying paddle sports with your kids, try to choose areas that offer plenty of variety and great scenery to keep them interested. You’ll also want to get to know the area well beforehand. If possible, research the state parks in your area to find great kayaking areas that are kid-friendly and include a couple of bathroom stops. You’ll also need to think about the length of the trip, as younger kids won’t be up for rowing 6 miles. Consider your child’s strength, coordination, age, and swimming ability when planning your trip to make it safe and enjoyable for everyone.

When can your kids row?

Some children can start paddling their own kayak between the ages of 8 and 10, if they have experience. You’ll still want to venture into safe areas until they gain more experience. Younger children do well on inflatable kayaks, which are lightweight and a bit slower. For children over 10 years old, select a small kayak. Children over the age of 14 can learn to paddle in medium-sized inflatable kayaks. If your child is under 8 years old, the center of the kayak is the best place for them to sit with an adult. They won’t help propel the boat, but they will learn how the kayak feels as it moves. From the age of 8, they can also start riding on the bow of a double kayak to help you paddle.

Involve your children in the planning

Don’t forget to involve your children in planning the trip as well. If your kids have never played paddle sports before, let them ride the kayak at home so they get used to how it feels. They can also help you research the trip by looking at guides, animal charts, and images online.

Additional tips for kayaking with children

Be sure to praise your children and don’t criticize their efforts unless it’s a safety issue.

Make the rules clear in advance, including no standing or leaning in the kayak.

Go slowly and stay close to the rest of your family.

Take plenty of breaks to enjoy the scenery and point out interesting things to your children.

Basically, electric meter cleaning vehicles are little electric cars that are used by meter cleaners when they crawl around giving people like you a ticket. They’re ridiculous and they make me laugh every time I see them, so I thought it would be interesting to showcase all the ones I could find online. In fact, I was very surprised to learn that there were so many models of cars made with meters.

The GO-4 interceptor

This is the GO-4 interceptor. It is produced by western industries to be used by the maids who make their rounds. It features high visibility from both the rear and the front, making it very safe to drive. It has all the latest safety features like brake lights and signaling capabilities. On top of all that, the Interceptor also has reflective tape for safe night driving so the driver can easily transition from day to night work.

The interior of this amazing machine features great comfort and ease of use. All of the instruments are easy to use and understand, making it a very good vehicle for someone who has trouble learning new things.

One of the most amazing features is one borrowed from the aerospace industry called “LTI”. This feature is a sophisticated state-of-the-art system that detects G-force and notifies the driver if he is going to fast when approaching a turn. So, if the meter attendant is going to fast, he should make sure that this function is activated to make sure that the electric car does not tip over.

Westward Industries also offers “extras.” These are small optional devices that you can add to your meter-maid-mobile to make it more comfortable and easier to use. Some of these features include padded armrests, storage boxes for Luch, and other things housekeepers need. Plus, you can add an AM/FM radio so you can listen to your favorite music while happily handing out tickets to people. My favorite of course is the rotating strobe light fixture. It is not a police car, but you have to fear the subway employee.

All in all, this electric meter cleaning vehicle is not that bad. The truth is that it is one of the best I have seen.

Did you know that there are more than six million car accidents in the United States each year? Fortunately, in most cases, car accidents only result in property damage but, in one in three cases, car accidents also result in personal injury.

Even if you have never been in an accident before or if you do not drive your car very often, there is always a chance that you could be involved in an accident through no fault of your own. By knowing the steps to take after a car accident, you will be better prepared to protect yourself and your passengers from injury, and you will know what to do to protect yourself against unfair claims.

Here are the steps to take if you are unlucky enough to be involved in a traffic accident:

stop your vehicle

Whenever you are involved in a car accident, no matter how minor, you should always stop. Never leave the scene of an accident without stopping.

Make the scene safe

One of the first things you will need to do is make sure that no one has been injured and that the accident scene is as safe as possible. To avoid the danger of a new collision, place flares or warning lights around parked vehicles and turn on hazard warning lights. If you are on a busy highway, stay away from fast-approaching traffic.

Call the emergency services

It is advisable to notify the police of an accident, even if there are no serious injuries. If there are injuries or there is a fire, the ambulance and fire services should also be notified. It’s a good idea to notify the police, even if it’s a minor accident, because you’ll need a police report to file your insurance claim. If possible, vehicles should not move before the police arrive.

Make a complete record of the accident

When the police arrive it is important that you give them an accurate record of what has happened. If you are unsure about any of the details, be honest about it, don’t try to speculate or make assumptions. If asked if you’re injured, it’s better to say you’re not sure, rather than no, because some car accident injuries only show up later. If there are third party witnesses to the accident, you should ask them to wait for the police to arrive so they can testify.

Take photos

If there is damage to your vehicle, take pictures of that damage. You should also take pictures of any damage to other vehicles. If you have visible injuries, take pictures of that too. Unfortunately, there are people who claim that much more damage was done to their vehicle than was actually done. A photograph will allow you to dispute a false claim against your insurance. While it is important to make a record of the accident, you should not, of course, hamper the work of the emergency services and the police while doing so.

Exchange details with the other party

If the police attend the scene of a car accident, they will take full details from those involved in the accident and from witnesses. If the police do not attend, you must obtain the names and addresses of everyone involved, including passengers and witnesses. You should also exchange insurance details with the drivers of the other vehicles involved. If the police are present, the police must provide you with a police report number. This will allow you to obtain a copy of the police report on the accident. If the accident occurred on a state highway, you are legally required to report the incident to the police.

Get a medical checkup

Even if you don’t think you’ve been injured, it’s a good idea to get a medical checkup as soon as possible after a car accident. Injuries from car accidents are often not noticed until several days later. Even low-speed impacts can cause spinal damage, and if you were dazed from the accident, you may have suffered a mild concussion.

Keep all the paperwork

Keep any documentation you have related to the accident in a file. This should include all correspondence, your insurance claim number, details of the claims adjuster handling the claim, and the names and phone numbers of everyone involved in the case. You should also keep all receipts for any expenses you incur as a result of the accident, including car repairs, medical costs, and the cost of renting a car, if any.

seek legal advice

It is advisable to contact an attorney immediately when you have been in a car accident. A good attorney will help protect your rights by advising you on how to make sure evidence is not destroyed and by providing advice on preparing your statement for your insurance company. They will also help make sure that he receives the proper compensation for a car accident and that he receives the best medical treatment.

Selling cars for a living isn’t for everyone, but if you’re the right candidate to be a car salesman, these ten points will pretty much ensure you become a successful car salesman. The job of a car salesman is a bit like having your own business inside a car dealership. Having your own car dealership business allows you to control how much you earn based on your level of commitment to the profession. A successful car salesman can earn a six figure income and I have heard of some making close to $250,000 a year. Implement these car salesman traits and you can join the ranks of top salesmen and women who enjoy the peace of mind and security of a six-figure income.

1. Commitment: As I mentioned earlier, you control your own level of success as a car dealer in direct proportion to the amount of effort and level of commitment you put into the business of selling cars. Most car salesmen work on commission, which can result in an irregular weekly paycheck that makes some people avoid being a car salesman, but the advantage is that you will be paid according to your skills, abilities and production. . A car salesman pay plan allows you to control your income as a car salesman, but you must commit to being a good car salesman without second-guessing yourself. There is no “I’ll try” or “maybe it will work”. There is only one level of 100% commitment to becoming a successful car salesman.

2. Positive attitude: Being a successful car salesman will go hand in hand with your attitude. When dealing with a customer, his tools are his words, actions, reactions and knowledge. When interacting with a potential car buyer, a positive attitude is a must. You need to be positive and confident so that the customer feels comfortable and can make the important decisions needed to buy a car. If you have a positive attitude, your customer will have a positive attitude and that will make selling to them much easier.

3. Goals: Setting and following goals is one of the common traits of the most successful car salesmen. They set goals for your monthly and yearly income along with weekly and daily goals for cars sold, raises taken, and closing rate. A car saleswoman or top man pays close attention to her goals and tracks her progress, whether it’s daily or weekly. They know their status and there are no surprises at the end of the month or year.

4. Enthusiasm: The enthusiastic car salesman has an advantage over the average salesman. When he enthusiastically helps his potential car buyer, it becomes contagious and his customer gets excited about the car buying process. Be eager and excited to show them the vehicle and its features and engage your customer. A higher level of enthusiasm will practically make you a more successful car salesman.

5. Product Knowledge – Of course, product knowledge won’t guarantee sales success, but it definitely helps. Because buyers have a habit of asking questions that they know the answers to as a way to test their seller. These are rarely important questions, but they are trying to catch your car salesman in a lie. If you get caught lying to them about something small, they will never trust you when it comes to pricing and payment. Knowing the answers to your car buying questions will put you miles ahead of a car salesperson who is lying to their customer or doesn’t know their product.

6. Personal Management: The most successful car salesmen and women have learned to manage themselves and their time efficiently. They don’t stick with bottom feeders expecting uploads and complaining about management, traffic, or whatever else comes to mind. They are busy calling, following up and organizing deliveries.

7. Selling cars is about relationships: Selling a car can be a quick business transaction from time to time, but more often than not it’s a time-consuming process. The person who is about to spend $20,000 on a new car probably doesn’t feel good about buying that new car from someone they don’t like. People like to buy from people they respect, like, and believe are the best people to sell them a car. All the steps to a sale are important, but the successful car salesman will always look, act and talk like a professional car salesman. Sell ​​you, the dealer and then the car.

8. Have a Daily Plan: You know what they say, “if you fail to plan, you plan to fail.” The successful car salesman has a daily plan that includes all the things he needs to accomplish. Your daily “to do” list may include calling previous customers, scheduling deliveries, ordering accessories, and of course, grabbing new products. Whatever it is, it’s a plan to achieve your goals and become a more successful car salesman.

9. Keep in touch – When car dealers are successful, you’ll notice they sell cars to the same customer more than once over the years. They follow up with their previous clients through letters, cards, email or the phone. They inform their previous customers about sales, new models and special events that may be of interest to them. The seller is providing them with a service that they appreciate and then they come back to buy again and again.

10. Self-Improvement: A top-tier car salesman is always learning about new models, new features, and whatever else makes them better. They attend automaker training classes, monitor the competition, and are always looking for ways to become more valuable to their new and former car-buying customers.

These 10 tips and traits for a successful car salesman will help you increase both your sales and income by becoming an asset to your customer. There are always car dealers looking for good salesmen. The best car salesmen and saleswomen can work anywhere because they sell cars, lots of cars.